Starting with the Basics

Happy February SRaDC Members!

Last month we began the initiative of setting your eyes toward establishing a personal image. This month we will learn about gathering the essentials for a successful wardrobe.

The E-board has created a calender which displays the Sunday colour, meeting dates, and information on challenges.
* On Tell a Friend Tuesday, SRaDC Members are encouraged to spread the word about Sunday Rainbow Dress Club
*On February 4th, members are encouraged to wear an item from their wardrobe which is rarely worn.
*February 10th, members are encouraged to send in a picture of the outfit they are wearing that day.
*February 18th is Old Hollywood Challenge Day....think Dorothy Dandridge or Cary Grant
*February 24th is dedicated to dressing up an outfit with accessories....think belt for a simple dress or a statement necklace.

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Later this week we will post on what pieces is considered a basic for your wardrobe.

God Bless!

Resolution: How to transform your personal style: Part II

The most important rule for every guy would be to buy clothes that fit. Wearing clothing that is too tight or too baggy gives the wrong impression, which is, baggy clothing shortens a man’s torso and tight clothing enhances an unwanted exposure.

Larger Men

Large gut
To conceal a bigger stomach, try to go for darker colors in lightweight fabrics. Avoid baggy t-shirts that hang lower than your pant pockets; instead opt for t-shirts that stops just above your pant pockets. Another helpful tip, wear your pants at your belly button and not below your waist line. The protruding gut is not a slimming effect that displays in a positive light.

Patterns
Choose patterns with hesitation. Pinstripes, large prints and pleating patterns draws attention to the wrong areas and in most cases makes you look wider. Try to find shirts the have vertical stripes or look for darker clothing, which slims out your entire frame.


Skinny Men
The best rule for skinny men is to think in proportion with your body. Anything too big will make you look smaller and anything to tight will make you look like your trying too hard.

Small upper body
Because of your smaller frame, wearing super tight tops shows how skinny you really are. Choose a shirt that is slims; therefore not causing bulkiness and not showing your chest outline. Also, when choosing the right blazer, opt for small shoulder pads. Bigger shoulder pads downs you out while giving you the little kid look.

Break in the color
Wearing one color shows your thin frame, so wearing a dark color on the bottom and a light color on top will not show your skinny frame.

Bottoms up
When selecting a good pair of pants, flat front pockets on a straight cut or boot cut gives you a timeless look while some volume.

Befriend the tailor
As I mentioned earlier, finding the right proportion for your body is very important. If you cannot find clothing that fits you the way that you like, tailoring your clothes is perfect option, especially if you are short and skinny.


Tall Men

Dressing the body
Because of your height, finding clothes that is long enough and big enough will be a huge challenge. Having your clothes custom made or tailored will be some of the few options that you have when buying your clothing. Searching for outlet centers that cater to tall men will be a wise decision. Big department stores, such as Macy's, Dillard's,and Nordstrom (just to name a few) do carry clothing for tall men. However, when searching for clothing make sure that you stay within your body range. So if you are tall and skinny, find items that are big enough for your,but also be conscious of the styles for your skinny frame. And same goes for tall and larger men.


Sources AskMen.com

Guess Who....

follows SRaDC rules and regulations....our First Lady Michelle Obama! Follow this link to take a peek at her rainbow wardrobe.

Michelle Obama's Rainbow Wardrobe!

Happy Birthday Megan!

Our Vice President of Administration and Finance, Megan, is celebrating her 23rd birthday today! Happy Birthday Megan! You are very much appreciated for your presence and work with Sunday Rainbow Dress Club!



God Bless!

Question: Is Black Still The New Black?

Happy Thursday SRaDC Members! I am particularly exciting about the impending weekend and hope you all are too. I hope everyone did well on wearing Sunday's colour (black). As I've stated before I love wearing dark colours because I find that it's easier to coordinate other pieces with it. However, I just came across an article that refutes this claim.
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Shocking discovery of the day: 4 in 5 people look bad in black clothing



For many women, black is a go-to color when it comes to wardrobe choices, because it can be very slimming and it goes with everything. But experts say black is not the universally flattering hue we all thought it was, and that often it can actually make you look old. Ouch!

The main problem with black, according to color consultants, is that it emphasizes dark lines, wrinkles and shadows on your face--sometimes when they're not even really there. Colorist Jules Standish says, "the effect can be as serious as making women feel drained, self-conscious and introverted." To avoid this, she advises ditching hats, scarves and turtlenecks in black in exchange for brighter colors. And if you do want to wear a black top, she says to opt for one with a low neckline, or add a colorful necklace.

If you have a warm skin tone, you may want to avoid black because it actually detracts from your healthy glow and can make you look tired and aged. For women with pale, cooler coloring (think Anne Hathaway, Nicole Kidman, Liv Tyler, Dita von Teese, Nigella Lawson) black can be quite flattering.

Want to do a quick test? Standish offers up this advice: "Hold the colour up against your face, stand in front of the mirror and look for dark lines under the chin, shadows around the eyes or lines on the face that are highlighted. If there are no dark areas or shadows, you can probably wear black close to your face and look great - otherwise, change your ways."

from Yahoo's Shine Network
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So what say you SRaDC? Is this just a pointless article or is there some truth to this finding?

God Bless!

Sunday's Colour

With the new year we are turning the official SRaDC color wheel counterclockwise to start with black.



Usually, the first Sunday of the month is a wildcard rather than a colour but in an effort to start with the new year the colour black will be worn to neutralize our palate.

Don't forget to email us pictures of your Sunday colour!

God Bless!

Question: What's Your Resolution?

Though SRaDC's resolution as a whole is to solidify personal style and closet maintenance what are your personal fashion, spirtual, financal, professional goals for the upcoming year?

Personally, I try to use everyday as an opportunity for a bit of change in my life, but in the spirit of the new year I am trying to refine my fashion and beauty goals to growing my hair past my shoulders (just a few more inches) and learning how to pose when the camera is in my face. I'm a cute girl, but I really need to take a lesson from Tyra on how to smile with my eyes.

So, what is your resolution SRaDC?

God Bless!

Resolution…How to transform your personal style: Part I

I’m not that person who makes countless New Year’s resolutions and breaks them before the month ends. However, this year is different for me. I’m living in a new town, fresh out of college, and starting a new chapter in my life, so why not a new, polished look also.

Every month of this year we will offer a style tip to help those who need guidance with their style. By the end of the year we will reveal our new, transformed stlye.

The month of January will be dedicated to getting to know you body. I had to learn the hard way by buying countless items of clothing that did not work for my shape or size. Once you discover whether those wide-legged trousers look good on you, your wallet and body will thank you. To distinguish between the many different types of body shapes, I have put together a list to assist the lost and confused.

Body Shapes

To truly get the real shape of your body, I suggest standing in a full length mirror while wearing a tank top and jeans or just your undergarments.

A triangle body shape means that your shoulders and chest is smaller than your hips and thighs and you have a small waist. When shopping for this body shape it is important to look for clothing that show off your natural small waist. Empire-waist dresses or clinching a belt over a jacket will draw attention to the waist instead of the hips. A full or A-line skirt will slim you though the thighs and hips and straight- legged pants is also a nice cut that will slim you though the thighs giving you a sleek and sophisticated look. Finally, boatneck tops can broaden the shoulders to balance of the lower half.

The inverted triangle will be the opposite of a triangle, wider on the top and smaller though the hips. Look for full bottoms, such as full skirts and wide-legged trousers to balance the top; the front pockets on trousers broaden the hips. A nice cropped jacket or cardigan will elongate the shoulders to give the appearance of a smaller frame. Adding necklaces and bracelets are wonderful accessories when your want to draw attention to another part of your body. To give more fullness to your lower half, ruffled hems on dresses and pleating around the hip area create curves.


If you have a small waist and a bigger chest and hips, then hourglass fits your shape. The best clothing to accentuate your small waist would be form-fitted clothing such as jackets and pencil skirts. Directing attention to your waist with a belt or a warp dress shows off your curves and adds a bit of classic elegance to this shape. A V-neck shows off the décolletage, while giving your figure a more shapely build. And word to the wise, A-line skirts are your best friend. A hem that stops just above the knee is the ultimate sexy look for any hourglass shape.



If you are not blessed with curves and in need of a defined shape you can count on these tips for a rectangle shaped figure will do you justice. To add curves, patterns and horizontal tops adds shape instantly. Ruffles around the bust or neckline draws attention away from the lack of curves. Structured clothing like fitted blazers and wide waistbands gives a feminine look while adding more volume in the right places. A-line shorts, minis and capris show off the slim legs while also giving fullness.



CURVY
A curvy figure can benefit best from items that lengthens and slims. Wearing boot cut jeans, and finding structured lines in dresses and skirts adds the sleek look that you are going for. Focusing attention to the smallest part of your body is another way to give the illusion of a slim figure. Try necklines that open your chest instead of covering everything up. A good styling tip, v-necks and jewelry around the neck shows the décolletage in a pleasing way.

PETITE
Now, I must not forget the vertically challenged. If you are petite, tailoring will be your best kept secret. Clean, straight lines in your clothing will elongate your frame. Try to keep hems for dresses and skirts above the knees. Find coats and jackets that stops at the hip, which will lengthen the torso. Pants that end at the ankle are great for a petite figure to not shorten the body. Also, prints and patterns breaks up the monotony of one color, but try to not to overpower yourself with large patterns.




Sources InStyle.com